It's Complicated

Armandina Ramirez Tamez

Psychologist & EMDR Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Amsterdam, NetherlandsAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

About me

I am a certified psychologist in Amsterdam offering therapy in English and Spanish. I specialize in working with expats and moved to Amsterdam, Netherlands, in 2022, right at the end of the pandemic.

I have lived as an expat in several countries: Germany, Peru, Turkey, and now in the Netherlands. I understand perfectly the challenges that come with moving to another country, such as facing cultural shock, loneliness, and the stress of adapting to a new place.

Learning to manage frustration and uncertainty has become part of my adaptation process.

In my practice, I offer you a compassionate and personalized approach to guide you through the challenges of living abroad.

With over a decade of experience in diverse cultural contexts and 6 years working in my private practice, I have specialized in providing support to individuals living abroad.

I am here to support you in developing resilience and self-compassion so you can flourish and thrive in your new environment.

I speak:

EnglishSpanish

Location:

Binnenkant 24, 1011 AX Amsterdam, Netherlands

Approach

Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and commitment therapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
CFT: Compassion-focused therapyRecommended for those who want to be kinder to themselves and reduce negative self-talk, often using mindfulness techniques.
EMDRRecommended for those dealing with trauma who want to process painful memories in a structured way to reduce their emotional impact.

I hold a Master’s in Health and Social Psychology from Maastricht University and advanced training in ACT, CBT, EMDR, and Compassion-Focused Therapy. My warm, structured, and collaborative approach provides a safe space to explore emotions, understand patterns, and develop lasting tools for change. I often integrate mindfulness and self-compassion to help clients reconnect with themselves and build resilience.

In our initial session, we'll explore your reasons for seeking therapy and define your objectives. Together, we'll create a treatment plan that can be adjusted as needed throughout our sessions.

I can assist you with a range of issues including:

-Trauma -Burnout -Adaptation and cultural shock issues -Anxiety -Depression -Stress -Panic attacks -Post-traumatic stress -Grief -Eating disorders -Body image issues -Low self-esteem -Perfectionism -Sleep problems -Unhealthy habits

Please feel free to reach out for an initial consultation call to determine if we're a good match for working together :)

Services

First Session

€94 45 min Online & In-person
First Session with a discounted price from 114 to 94 EUR.

Individual Session

€114 45 min Online & In-person

4-Session Package

€99 45 min Online & In-person
4-Session Package at 99 EUR / session and paid in one installment. Save 60 EUR.

Insurances

Private PayReimbursementPrivate Insurance
At a glance
Amsterdam, NetherlandsAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

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